The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.
If you have a scheduled appointment or other business at the MTF, please verify with your provider or applicable office within the MTF to ensure there are no changes in schedule. To learn how the lapse in appropriations affects your TRICARE benefit, visit tricare.mil/shutdown.
Woman in a dentist's chair holds a mirror and looks at her teeth.

Sept. 19, 2025

What To Do in a Dental Emergency

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Dental emergencies can happen anywhere, at any time. Whether you crack a tooth or have severe mouth pain, knowing what to do can save your smile and reduce damage.

Sgt. 1st Class Etiel Sanchez, People Directorate NCOIC, shares his personal story of struggle and resilience, encouraging soldiers and civilians to seek help when needed during Suicide Prevention Month proclamation ceremony on Sept. 18.

Sept. 19, 2025

CRDAMC Reaffirms Commitment during Suicide Prevention Month Proclamation

FORT HOOD, Texas — Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center leaders, soldiers, civilians, and community members gathered

CRDAMC PAO

Sept. 19, 2025

Finding Hope: Raising Awareness on Suicide Prevention

Suicide continues to be a serious public health concern that touches families, workplaces, and communities across the nation. Experts stress that understanding depression, recognizing warning signs, and knowing where to turn for help are critical steps in preventing tragedy.

A vascular surgery team poses in an operating room at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center after completing a thoracoabdominal branch endoprosthesis (TAMBE) procedure. It was the first time Walter Reed performed this procedure, making the hospital one of only three in the region qualified to do so.

Sept. 22, 2025

Walter Reed Performs First TAMBE Procedure, Expands Vascular Surgery Capabilities

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) has successfully completed its first Thoracoabdominal Branch Endoprosthesis (TAMBE) procedure, a groundbreaking advancement in vascular surgery for Department of Defense patients.

Leaders from Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Surgeon office met with the delegation from the India Armed Forces at Tripler Army Medical Center on Sept. 18, 2025. The delegation had the opportunity to observe how TAMC trains and develop medical professionals and discussed the challenges and successes of transitioning a peacetime healthcare system to a wartime operation. (Defense Health Agency photo by Khinna Kaminske)

Sept. 22, 2025

Tripler showcases military medical capabilities to India delegation

Tripler Army Medical Center — Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) welcomed a delegation of senior medical leaders from India on Sept. 18, 2025. The delegation included TAMC Commander, Col. William Bimson, U.S. Army; U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Surgeon Capt. Peter Roberts, U.S. Navy; and Surgeon Vice Adm. Arti Sarin, Indian Navy; along with other staff members.

Madigan Gate (Exit 122A) CLOSED OCT 14 - JAN 16 2026

Sept. 22, 2025

Madigan Gate (Exit 122A) CLOSED OCT 14 - JAN 16 2026

Madigan Army Medical Center — 🚧 Gate Closure Alert 🚧 Madigan Gate (I-5 exit 122A) will be CLOSED starting October 14, 2025, and is not scheduled to reopen till January 16, 2026. The Logistics Gate (I-5 exit 122B) will transition to 24-hour operations during this period. The Madigan gate is being closed for construction and to make improvements to the access control point. We encourage our valued patients to please plan their commutes accordingly during the gate closure and anticipate the potential for increased traffic at other gates.

On September 10, art therapist Claire Wetterer (center) and members of the Pediatric Hematology Oncology clinic staff pose for a photo showing off their gold shoes. The Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Pediatric Hem/Onc clinic treats patients aged 2 to 26. (DOD Photo by Ann Brandstadter)

Sept. 23, 2025

Art Therapy Helps Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Patients Navigate Their Treatment

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — A determined young woman powerfully kicks “Cancer,” delivering it a crumbling blow.

DHA logo and Unlock Your Health logo; Medical professional in scrubs shows man in wheelchair papers on a clipboard.

Sept. 23, 2025

Learn How TRICARE Can Help You Manage Chronic Health Conditions

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Living with a chronic health condition can feel hard. But you don’t have to do it alone. TRICARE offers programs and coverage to help you live better with chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, heart disease, anxiety, and depression.

Sept. 23, 2025

DHN Atlantic Aims to Improve Colorectal Cancer Screening Rates with At-Home FIT Kits

Portsmouth, VA — Colorectal cancer is a significant health concern, but early detection through screening can dramatically improve outcomes. In a proactive effort to boost screening rates and potentially save lives, the Defense Health Agency (DHA) has rolled out a Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) Kit mailing program across its Continental United States (CONUS) Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs). Defense Health Network (DHN) Atlantic is playing a key role in this initiative, bringing convenient, at-home screening directly to eligible beneficiaries.

Uniformed service member uses thermometer on patient sitting in chair.

Sept. 24, 2025

The Gold Standard: 30th Medical Group Earns Gold Medal for Excellence in Primary Care

VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. — The 30th Medical Group was recently awarded the Defense Health Agency’s Gold Medal for primary care productivity, a recognition that highlights the unit’s dedication to patient care and operational readiness.

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